1990 Opel Senator vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
Make | Opel | Zastava |
Model | Senator | Yugo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |